Quality Control Final Inspector

RAM Aerospace • St. George, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

RAM Aviation, Space & Defense is a leader in aerospace innovation, powering flight and space exploration with precision solenoids, valves, and actuators. Since 1975, the company has supported missions like the Space Shuttle and continues to deliver mission-critical components for commercial, defense, and satellite systems. As one of Southern Utah’s largest employers, RAM drives economic growth and offers high-skilled careers in engineering and manufacturing from its advanced facility in St. George. The Quality Control Final Inspector role is crucial as it serves as the last line of defense, ensuring that every precision aerospace component meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance for commercial jets, defense platforms, or spacecraft. This position is vital to upholding RAM’s reputation for excellence and reliability, helping to protect lives, support national security, and advance aerospace innovation.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum (due to ITAR requirements).
• Associate degree (two-year college or technical school) OR 1–2 years of related quality control, inspection, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T interpretation.
• Must be highly proficient in operating a computer and using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to maintain accurate quality documentation and write inspection reports.
• Excellent communication skills to interface diplomatically with other departments when rejecting parts.
• Must be highly organized, able to multi-task with limited supervision, and capable of handling frequent shop-floor interruptions while remaining efficient.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 quality standards, statistical process control (SPC), and Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and measure final-level assembled products for absolute conformance to all requirements and specifications, including performing critical first article (first piece) buy-offs throughout the assembly process to catch errors early.
• Prepare comprehensive, highly detailed AS9102 First Article Inspection reports when required by aerospace customers, documenting that every single design characteristic has been met.
• Analyze and interpret complex aerospace blueprints, manuals, and data sets, applying knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to determine exact testing procedures, adjustment methods, and measuring instruments required for each unique component.
• Use numerous types of precision handheld inspection tools and instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges) and ensure all measuring equipment is verified, calibrated, and working properly prior to the acceptance of any product.
• Act as the ultimate gatekeeper by rejecting products, materials, or equipment that do not meet requirements, meticulously documenting rejected products per RAM’s internal specifications and recording vital test data (weights, temperatures, grades, and quantities).
• Prepare accepted products for further processing, specialized packaging, or final shipping, and safely transport products to other workstations as necessary to keep the shipping dock flowing.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Short-Term Disability & Voluntary Benefits - Additional protection and peace of mind when you need it most.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal, financial, and emotional well-being.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays - Generous time off to relax, travel, and spend time with loved ones.
• Paid Parental Leave - Time to bond with your new addition and transition smoothly back to work.
• 401(K) Retirement Account - Plan for your future with our 401(K) retirement account, complete with an employer match.
• Tuition Assistance - Invest in your education and future growth with our tuition assistance program.
• Flexible Work Schedule - Balance your work and personal life with a flexible work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees